October 25, 2015 Little-known neurological condition causes uncontrollable crying, laughter An estimated 2 million Americans suffer from a little-known neurological condition called pseudobulbar affect (PBA), but many of them do not even know it.
October 25, 2015 ReNeuron stem cell therapy shows long-term promise for stroke A pioneering stem cell treatment for patients disabled by stroke has continued to show long-term promise in a clinical trial, the British biotech company behind the project said on Friday.
October 25, 2015 Distinguishing between vertigo and dizziness Vertigo and dizziness are among the most common symptoms prompting patients to visit a physician. Due to the vague nature of these symptoms, the possible causes are endless – ranging from benign to more serious conditions; however, making the distinction between true vertigo and other forms of dizziness or light headedness is critical
October 24, 2015 4-year-old learning to walk again after suffering stroke After suffering a stroke in December, a 4-year-old Detroit girl is learning to walk again, My Fox Detroit reported.
October 24, 2015 After stroke, clot removal saves brain function, studies say Grabbing and removing a clot blocking blood flow to the brain, rather than just administering clot-busting drugs, dramatically improves the likelihood that patients will recover from a stroke, according to two highly-anticipated studies released on Wednesday.
October 24, 2015 How sleeping more than 8 hours per night could be bad for you Sleeping more than 8 hours a night?
October 24, 2015 Dad eats pot brownies, thinks he has a stroke A Michigan man thought he was having a stroke after eating brownies his daughter had baked— that turned out to be laced with marijuana, USA Today reported.
October 24, 2015 Researchers study magnetic brain stimulation to improve symptoms after stroke In an ongoing multi-center clinical trial, researchers are studying whether transcranial magnetic stimulation and occupational therapy can improve recovery for stroke patients.
October 24, 2015 Lingering depression may double stroke risk, study says People who have depression for a long time may be at increased risk for stroke, a new study suggests.
October 24, 2015 Test for stroke risk not recommended At some health fairs, people are offered a test that screens for a buildup of plaque in blood vessels in the neck, which can be a risk factor for stroke, but new guidelines recommend against such screening in people who do not have symptoms
